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Patent CA-2636791-A1 (CA)
Inventor: STANBERY BILLY J
IPC: H01L31/032
Filed: 2007-01-12
Abstract: An apparatus includes a first substrate; and a second substrate coupled to the first substrate, characterized in that, to control formation of a segregated phase domain structure within a chemical reaction product by controlling an amount of a constituent of a precursor that is present per unit surface area, at least one member selected from the group consisting of the first substrate and the second substrate defines a substantially regularly periodically varying relief with respect to basal spatial location.
Patent CA-2639943-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BELKNAP WILLIAM R
IPC: C12N15/82
Filed: 2008-09-18
Abstract: The present invention relates to isolated Solanum Bulbocastanum Bul409 promoter sequences and uses thereof.
Patent CA-2645229-A1 (CA)
Title: Microstrip coil designs for mri devices
Inventor: BOGDANOV GENE
IPC: G01V3/00
Filed: 2007-03-07
Abstract: A microstrip-based RF coil for use in an MRI apparatus constructed to perform human head and extremity imaging according to one embodiment of the present invention includes a coil former defined by an inner core member and a shield support that surrounds the inner core member. An outer surface of the shield support supports a conductive segmented shield and a plurality of conductive strip lines are disposed on an inner surface of the inner core module and extend parallel to a longitudinal axis thereof. According to one aspect of the present invention, all of the strip lines are not homogenous so as to introduce asymmetry into the coil design.
Patent CA-2648214-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DE ANA JAVIER
IPC: A61N7/00
Filed: 2007-04-07
Abstract: A modal converter assembly [10] for healing tissue, the modal converter assembly [10] comprises a transducer [5] and a body [8]. The transducer [5] is configured to transmit acoustic waves into the tissue from a tissue surface. The body [8] is configured to house the transducer [5] above the tissue surface such that the acoustic waves transmitted into the tissue are transmitted at an oblique angle relative to the tissue surface. The acoustic waves are transferred as shear waves and longitudinal waves to treat a damaged portion of the tissue.
Patent CA-2648765-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MENGLE VINOD G
IPC: B64D33/04
Filed: 2008-08-11
Abstract: Nozzle exit configurations and associated systems and methods are disclosed. An aircraft system in accordance with one embodiment includes a jet engine exhaust nozzle having an internal flow surface and an exit aperture, with the exit aperture having a perimeter that includes multiple projections extending in an aft direction. Aft portions of individual neighboring projections are spaced apart from each other by a gap, and a geometric feature of the multiple can change in a monotonic manner along at least a portion of the perimeter. Projections near a support pylon and/or associated heat shield can have particular configurations, including greater flow immersion than other projections.
Patent CA-2649486-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TELLO LUCIO N
IPC: G01V13/00
Filed: 2009-01-13
Abstract: Methods and apparatus for in situ, continuous, automatic, and real-time acoustic impedance calibration of a transducer in an acoustic logging system.  By taking the frequency characteristics of the ultrasonic transducer which are present in the internal casing reflection and convolving them with the frequency characteristics of the casing being logged, a theoretical model is created with a theoretical acoustic impedance fluid producing a theoretical free pipe signal at each measure point. The measured signal is then compared to the theoretical free pipe signal thereby yielding a calibrated acoustic impedance value for at each measure point. The only model employed is in the theoretical calculation of spectrum characteristics of free pipe.
Patent CA-2651741-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MATSUSHITA KOICHI
IPC: C10G47/12
Filed: 2007-05-17
Abstract: A power output device including a motor with a permanent magnet and a motor without a permanent magnet. A voltage step-up device (10) is connected to an electricity storage device (B). A first drive device (30) is connected to the step-up device (10). A first rotating electric machine (35) with a permanent magnet is connected to the first drive device (35). A second drive device (40) is connected to the electricity storage device (B). A second rotating electric machine (45) without a permanent magnet is connected to the second drive device (40). Further, a third drive device (20) is connected to the voltage step-up device (10) in parallel with the first drive device (30). A third electric rotating machine (25) with a permanent magnet is connected to the third drive device (20). The second rotating electric machine (45) is constructed from a reluctance motor or an induction motor. The first rotating electric machine (35) and the second rotating electric machine (45) can be connected to a wheel of a vehicle.
Patent CA-2652893-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KUREK GARY
IPC: A61H3/04
Filed: 2009-02-05
Abstract: A motorized walker, comprising a wheel mounted frame supporting a seat and retractable motor driven mid-drive drive wheels. Other features include the motor and drive wheels being mounted on a retractable sub-frame, with the retractable sub-frame comprising a pair of triangular frames, and a foot rest pivotally mounted on the retractable sub-frame. A  method of making the motorized walker is also provided.
Patent CA-2653157-A1 (CA)
Title: Induction of tolerance to egg proteins
Inventor: SCHALLER RAPHAEL
IPC: A23L1/305
Filed: 2007-06-14
Abstract: The use of enzymatically hydrolysed egg proteins with a degree of hydrolysis between 15 and 28% in the manufacture of a composition for induction of oral tolerance to egg proteins in a mammal.
Patent CA-2654492-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RUBIN LEWIS J
IPC: A61K9/72
Filed: 2007-05-14
Abstract: Treprostinil can be administered using a metered dose inhaler. Such administration provides a greater degree of autonomy to patients. Also disclosed are kits that include a metered dose inhaler containing a pharmaceutical formulation containing treprostinil.
Patent CA-2655427-A1 (CA)
Title: System and method for reducing required memory usage between communication servers
Inventor: SJOEHOLM SUSANNA
IPC: H04L67/54
Filed: 2007-04-27
Abstract: An arrangement and method for reducing memory usage for communications between servers in a communication network utilizing the Session Initiation Protocol, SIP, by controlling establishment of SIP-Tunnels. A single SIP-Tunnel for a certain event package is utilized (11) for multiple subscriptions between one instance of a requesting server such as a Resource List Server, RLS, (54) and one instance of an Application Server such as, for example, a Presence Server (58). The SIP-Tunnel is then utilized (12) to send all SIP NOTIFY messages between these two entities to reduce memory usage at both ends by removing the overhead created by SIP.
Patent CA-2655495-A1 (CA)
Title: Dual-posture electric assist bicycle with improved ergonomic functionality
Inventor: KIELLAND PETER JOHANN
IPC: B62J25/00
Filed: 2009-02-27
Abstract: A Dual Posture Electric Assist Bicycle having handlebars and a seat both of which are adjustable to suit either an upright or a recumbent posture without a rider dismounting. The bicycle has a movable seat bracket mounted on a support member, the seat bracket holding both a lower, generally horizontal, seat portion and a seat back, the seat bracket engaging the support member by a ratchet which becomes disengaged when the bracket is tilted by lifting the lower seat portion, and which becomes automatically engaged when a rider's weight is applied to the lower seat portion. The handlebars are pivotable about a friction joint, and a handle is provided for adjusting the friction of this joint, the handle being accessible either to the hand or foot of the rider. The bicycle is preferably foldable to provide a dolly, and has attachable boxes for carrying substantial cargo.
Patent CA-2658016-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PEETERS B W M M BERNARDUS
IPC: A61P37/04
Filed: 2007-08-06
Abstract: The invention provides the use of a glucocorticoid receptor antagonist for the manufacture of a medicament for immune stimulation, such as prevention or treatment of infections or infectious conditions, in an aging mammalian subject, a mammalian subject with low serum DHEAS v a l u e s, a mammalian subject with a high serum cortisol/DHEAS ratio or a mammalian subject with high neutrophil counts. In particular, the glucocorticoid receptor antagonist can be chosen from the group consisting of a dibenzopyranyl derivative defined and/or exemplified in US6329534 and WO200116128, mifepristone, and (11.beta.,17.beta.)-11-(1,3-benzodioxol-5- yl)-17-hydroxy-17-(1-propynyl)estra-4,9-dien-3-one.
Patent CA-2659674-A1 (CA)
Title: Multifunctional nanoscopy for imaging cells
Inventor: SOLIN STUART A
IPC: B41M5/26
Filed: 2007-07-31
Abstract: Disclosed herein is an apparatus for sensing characteristics of an object. In a preferred embodiment, the apparatus comprises an array, wherein the array comprises a plurality of nanoscale hybrid semiconductor/metal devices which are in proximity to an object, each hybrid semiconductor/metal device being configured to produce a voltage in response to a perturbation, wherein the produced voltage is indicative of a characteristic of the object. Any of a variety of nanoscale EXX sensors can be selected as the hybrid semiconductor/ metal devices in the array. With such an array, ultra high resolution images of nanoscopic resolution can be generated of objects such as living cells, wherein the images are indicative of a variety of cell biologic processes.
Patent CA-2660968-A1 (CA)
Title: Bottle closure with two interlocking parts one fitting over the other
Inventor: BROOKS JOHN
IPC: B65D41/46
Filed: 2007-08-17
Abstract: The present invention describes a bottle closure for bottles containing liquids at high pressure, such as bottles of sparkling wine, the closure having a first part and a second part, the first part having a portion adapted to receive a portion of an upper section of a neck of the bottle, and a second part that fits substantially over the first part, which is relatively movable with respect to the first part and has at least two positions, a first of which is in a free position and a second of which is in an interlocking position whereby a portion of the second part urges against a portion of the first part receiving the upper section of the neck of the bottle so as to be engaging against an outer side of the said first part to hold it thereby to resist release from its interlocking position with respect to the said neck of an industry standard bottle.
Patent CA-2661440-A1 (CA)
Inventor: XIA ZHI-QIANG
IPC: C07D333/38
Filed: 2007-08-20
Abstract: Disclosed are compounds and methods of using compounds of the invention for treating a subject with a proliferative disorder, such as cancer, and methods for treating disorders responsive to Hsp70 induction and/or natural killer induction. Also, disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds of the invention and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.
Patent CA-2662289-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KOBLISH JOSEF V
IPC: A61B5/361
Filed: 2007-09-04
Abstract: An electrophysiology catheter introduced through the groin and inferior vena cava into the right side of the heart comprises an elongate flexible shaft having a steerable distal section and a prolapsing section located proximally of the distal section. The distal section is inserted into the coronary sinus and a back-steering force is applied to the catheter to anchor the distal section therein, after which the catheter is further advanced to prolapse the prolapsing section against the high right atrium. Electrical pathways in both the coronary sinus and the high right atrium are mapped using respective electrode pairs carried on the distal and prolapsing sections of the catheter.
Patent CA-2663641-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MASUNO ATSUNOBU
IPC: C03B1/02
Filed: 2007-09-13
Abstract: A titanium-containing oxide glass having a bulky form and substantially having a chemical composition represented by the formula:  (M1)1-x(M2)x(Ti1-y1(M3)y1)y2Oz[wherein M1 represents an element selected from Ba, La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tm, Yb, Lu, Na and Ca;  M2 represents at least one element selected from Mg, Ba, Ca, Sr, La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tm, Yb, Lu, Na, Sc, Y, Hf, Bi and Ag; M3 represents at least one element selected from V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Zr, Nb, Mo, Ru, Rh, Pd, Al, Si, P, Ga, Ge, In, Sn, Sb and Te; and x, y1, y2 and z satisfy the following requirements: 0 <= x <= 0.5, 0 <= y1 < 0.31, 1.4 < y2 < 3.3, and 3.9 < z < 8.0, provided that x + y1 .noteq.  0 when M1 represents Ba, and y1 .noteq.  0 when both M1 and M2 represent Ba].
Patent CA-2665709-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TALLOEN WILLEM JAN-PAUL EDMOND
IPC: G01N33/53
Filed: 2007-10-11
Abstract: The present invention relates generally to therapy and diagnosis of disorders associated with chronic visceral hypersensitivity (CVH), and in particular irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In particular this invention relates to the polypeptides as well as to the polynucleotides encoding these polypeptides, wherein said polypeptides are shown to be associated with CVH. These polypeptides and polynucleotides are useful in the diagnosis, treatment and/or prevention of disorders associated with CVH, in particular in the diagnosis, treatment and/or prevention of disorders associated with IBS.
Patent CA-2666749-A1 (CA)
Inventor: VAN HERWIJNEN HENDRIKUS W G
IPC: D06M15/11
Filed: 2007-10-31
Abstract: A formaldehyde-free curable aqueous composition comprising an adduct of (a) carbohydrate polymer and (b) a multi-functional crosslinking agent such as a polybasic acid may be used as a binder for non- woven products such as fiberglass insulation.
Patent CA-2667237-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NUNN JOY K
IPC: B32B21/02
Filed: 2007-11-01
Abstract: Engineered wood products, methods of making the products, laminates including the products, and articles of manufacture which include the engineered products or composites, are disclosed. The products include wood and/or other cellulosic fibers, and can include non-cellulosic fibers, all or part of which can be derived from post-industrial and/or post-consumer materials. The products also include a binding agent, such as a latex dispersion, as well as hydrophobic materials, processing aids, colorants, and the like. The product can be in the form of a sheet, a three dimensional article or a plurality of laminated sheets, and can include one or more additional layers, such as top coat layers, reinforcing layers, cushioning layers, wood veneer layers, and/or additional product layers. The products can be used as flooring, and in construction, cabinetry, and the like.
Patent CA-2669110-A1 (CA)
Title: Window element for inserting in a structural part and method of integration of a window element in a structural part
Inventor: KRAHN STEFAN
IPC: B64C1/14
Filed: 2007-11-15
Abstract: Window element (1, 23) with a covering tape (7, 36) and a covering means (8, 35) and comprising a window assembly (5, 25) which can be fixed in a hermetically sealed manner to the window frame (4, 24) by means of a retainer (15, 26), the window frame (4, 24) being enclosed by an encircling seal (11, 32) which has an encircling recess (12, 33).
Patent CA-2669792-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FOURMIGUE JEAN-FRANCOIS
IPC: H01M8/04
Filed: 2007-08-24
Abstract: Solid oxide fuel cell that comprises a cell core and a thermal exchanger suitable for supplying said cell core with a fluid at a given temperature required for its operation, wherein the exchanger comprises a cold fluid circuit and provides a thermal interface with a hot fluid circuit, the cold fluid circuit supplying the fluid inlet of the cell core and the hot fluid circuit being supplied by the fluid outlet of the cell core, characterized in that the thermal exchanger is provided concentrically relative to the cell core.
Patent CA-2671136-A1 (CA)
Title: Removable spout for a hopper
Inventor: GAUTHIER GILLES
IPC: C25C3/14
Filed: 2009-07-06
Abstract: A spout is removably mounted to a hopper of an electrolytic cell by a coupling allowing the spout to rock relative to the spout when jarred. A handler is provided for the mounting of the spout onto the hopper without an operator entering into the electrolytic cell.
Patent CA-2672775-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ADAMS GARNEY DAVID
IPC: G06F21/00
Filed: 2007-11-15
Abstract: Systems and methods for unattended authentication of software application s to provide these applications with access to shared resources. A server pa ssword manager (SPM) module resident on a node also occupied by a requestor software application requesting access to resources receives the requestor's request. The SPM module creates a request package containing the requestor' s information as well as the node's identifying information. The request pac kage is then transmitted to a credentials manager (CM) module in a CM node. The request package, encrypted by the SPM module with encryption keys previo usly generated by the CM module, is decrypted by the CM module. The contents are checked against data stored by the CM module regarding the SPM module a nd the requestor application when these were registered with the CM. If the data matches, then the CM provides credentials which are used to give the re questor application access to the requested resources.
Patent CA-2676057-A1 (CA)
Title: Vehicle signaling device having a remote power source
Inventor: FARMER DANIEL J
IPC: B60Q1/32
Filed: 2008-01-30
Abstract: A signaling device for use with a vehicle having a vehicle electrical system is provided. The signaling device includes a light source adapted to be coupled to the vehicle and a power source. The power source is adapted to be disposed in-line the vehicle electrical system and in communication with the light source. The power source includes a housing, a plurality of batteries disposed within the housing, and a printed circuit board in communication with the plurality of batteries. The printed circuit board is adapted to at least charge the plurality of batteries when the vehicle electrical system is in an on state.
Patent CA-2676393-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for conducting a game of chance
Inventor: HARDY DOW
IPC: G07C15/00
Filed: 2007-01-23
Abstract: A system and method are provided for playing a game of chance. The game of chance may include, for example, a lottery-type game. A result of the game of chance is revealed to a player in another medium. In one example, the result is revealed during multiple game instances of one or more online games. In one example, the online game is a game in which elements are selected, and in response to the selection, a prize is revealed (or not) to the player. In another example, the player is permitted to predict the outcome of a characteristic of the online game, a game-playing computer determines an outcome to be displayed to the player that reflects a result of the game of chance. In one example game format, the player is permitted to predict the most frequently-occurring element in a group of drawn game elements.
Patent CA-2678919-A1 (CA)
Title: Gene expression signature for classification of cancers
Inventor: AHARONOV RANIT
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2008-03-20
Abstract: The present invention provides a process for classification of cancers and tissues of origin through the analysis of the expression patterns of specific microRNAs and nucleic acid molecules relating thereto. Classification according to a microRNA tree-based expression framework allows optimization of treatment, and determination of specific therapy.
Patent CA-2678970-A1 (CA)
Title: Valve prosthesis systems and methods
Inventor: LAMPHERE DAVID G
IPC: A61F2/24
Filed: 2008-01-03
Abstract: Valve prostheses are disclosed that are adapted for secure and aligned placement relative to a heart annulus. The valve prostheses may be placed in a non-invasive manner, e.g., via trans-catheter techniques, and may be positioned/repositioned until proper alignment and positioning is achieved. The valve prosthesis may include a resilient ring, a plurality of leaflet membranes mounted with respect to the resilient ring, and a plurality of positioning elements movably mounted with respect to the flexible ring, each of the positioning elements defining a first tissue engaging region and a second tissue engaging region spaced from the first tissue engaging region. The positioning elements are adapted to substantially completely invert by rotating relative to the resilient ring between a first position in which each of the first and second tissue engaging regions is inwardly directed for facilitating positioning of the valve prosthesis within a delivery catheter, and a second position in which each of the first and second tissue engaging regions is outwardly directed for engaging tissue. The valve prosthesis may also include a valve skirt mounted with respect to the resilient ring.
Patent CA-2680627-A1 (CA)
Title: Poppet valve with diverging-converging flow passage and method to reduce total pressure loss
Inventor: FRANCINI STEFANO
IPC: F16K1/54
Filed: 2009-09-24
Abstract: A poppet valve (50) is disclosed that include a valve body (11), a poppet guide (16) disposed inside the valve body (11) so as to form a flow passage from a flow inlet to a flow outlet of the valve (10), a poppet shutter (54) disposed inside the poppet guide (16), and a converging-diverging flow passage (68) formed by a portion of an outer surface of the poppet shutter (54) and a corresponding portion of an inner surface of valve body (11). A method for reducing a closing pressure force acting on a poppet shutter (54) of a poppet valve (50) is also disclosed.
Patent CA-2685798-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LAM ALFRED
IPC: H01M4/86
Filed: 2008-04-30
Abstract: A direct fuel cell comprises a cathode comprising electroactive catalyst material; and an anode assembly comprising an anode having a porous layer and electroactive catalyst material in the porous layer. The electrode characteristics of the anode assembly are selected so that fuel supplied to the anode is reacted within the anode so that cross-over from the anode to the cathode does not have more than a 10% negative effect on voltage or a 25 mV voltage loss when at peak power and steady state conditions. The anode and cathode each have a first major surface facing each other in non-electrical contact and without a microporous separator or ion exchange membrane therebetween.
Patent CA-2687650-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ELLIS FRAMPTON E
IPC: A43B7/32
Filed: 2007-05-18
Abstract: Devices with internal flexibility sipes, such as slits, provide improved flexibility, improved cushioning to absorb shock and/or shear forces, and im proved stability of support. Siped devices can be used in any existing produ ct that provides or utilizes cushioning and stability. These products includ e human and other footwear, both soles and uppers, as well as orthotics; ath letic, occupational and medical equipment and apparel; padding or cushioning , such as for equipment or tool handles, as well as furniture; balls; tires; and any other structural or support elements in a mechanical, architectural , or any other product.
Patent CA-2689383-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MATTEI PATRIZIO
IPC: C07D417/04
Filed: 2008-05-22
Abstract: The invention is concerned with novel piperidine- amide derivatives of formula (I) wherein R1, R2, X and Y are as defined in the description and in the claims, as well as physiologically acceptable salts and esters thereof. These compounds inhibit L-CPT1 and can be used as medicaments.